Cole Irvin
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Sep 25 2024The Twins designated Irvin for assignment Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin allowed five earned runs over just 3.2 innings during his brief time with the Twins, and he's now been DFA'd by two teams within the last 10 days. The left-hander carries a 5.11 ERA and 1.45 WHIP through 111 innings on the year and would not be eligible for the postseason if a contender claims him.
Sep 16 2024The Twins claimed Irvin off waivers from the Orioles on Monday, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin remained in the Baltimore organization after being designated for assignment back in late July, but he did not pass through waivers this time around. The left-hander offers the Twins the versatility to be used as a starter or reliever, but he'll probably be bound for the bullpen after having not started a game since August. Irvin will officially join the Twins' 28-man active roster Tuesday.
Sep 15 2024The Orioles designated Irvin for assignment Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Baltimore has now DFA'd Irvin for the second time this season. The Orioles previously made the transaction in late July, with the lefty ultimately clearing waivers and sticking around in the organization. He received the call back to Baltimore on Aug. 20, and Irvin made four appearances (two starts) during his latest stint in the majors while logging a 4.97 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 10:4 K:BB in 12.2 innings. Right-hander Jacob Webb (elbow) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list to take Irvin's spot in the bullpen and on the 28-man active roster.
Sep 2 2024Irvin allowed a run on two hits and struck out two without walking a batter over three innings to earn the save in Monday's 13-3 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin started last Tuesday, going 4.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Dodgers. Zach Eflin's return from a shoulder injury may have taken Irvin out of the rotation for now, but it's possible the 30-year-old southpaw gets a start this weekend against the Rays if Dean Kremer (forearm) isn't ready to go. Operating as a swingman in 2024, Irvin has a 4.74 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 73:25 K:BB over 106.1 innings while adding a 6-5 record, one save and one hold over 24 appearances (16 starts).
Aug 28 2024Irvin allowed two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out three over 4.1 innings Tuesday against the Dodgers. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin produced numbers nearly identical to those from his first start back after being called up from Triple-A Norfolk. He didn't give up much hard contact outside of a triple from Tommy Edman, but Irvin was pulled at 60 pitches and has now failed to reach five innings in any of his last five starts. With Zach Eflin (shoulder) expected to return Sunday, Irvin will likely either get sent to the bullpen or possibly bumped from the roster. He owns a 4.79 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 71:25 K:BB in 103.1 innings.
Aug 25 2024Irvin is scheduled to start Tuesday's game against the Dodgers in Los Angeles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Orioles called Irvin up from Triple-A Norfolk last Wednesday to make his first start with the big club since June 30. Injuries have hit the Baltimore rotation hard recently, which has resulted in Irvin getting his third trial in a starting role despite the fact that he has produced an 8.80 ERA in 30.2 innings over his last nine outings in the majors. He'll be at risk of moving to the bullpen -- if not being removed from the 40-man roster -- as soon as Zach Eflin (shoulder) and/or Grayson Rodriguez (lat) return from the injured list.
Aug 21 2024Irvin didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Mets, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first appearance in the majors since July 29, Irvin didn't necessarily pitch poorly, allowing just a home run to Francisco Lindor in the third inning before New York scraped across a second run in the fifth. Irvin was ultimately removed in the fifth inning after throwing 83 pitches. Overall, the left-hander is 6-5 on the season with a 4.82 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 68:23 K:BB across 99 innings. While Irvin will likely head back to Triple-A, he could be needed again down the stretch as the Orioles deal with numerous injuries in their rotation.
Aug 20 2024The Orioles will select Irvin's contract from Triple-A Norfolk to start Wednesday's game against the Mets, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since being sent outright to Norfolk on Aug. 2, Irvin has allowed three earned runs over 6.2 innings, and he'll now be brought back onto the big-league roster to make a spot start. In 14 starts with the Orioles, the 30-year-old lefty has posted a 4.06 ERA and 1.34 WHIP through 75.1 frames. He will most likely be sent back to Triple-A following his outing Wednesday.
Aug 2 2024Irvin cleared waivers Friday and was sent outright to Triple-A Norfolk, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin will officially remain within the Orioles organization after being DFA'd by the club Tuesday. The 30-year-old southpaw allowed 17 runs in 19.1 innings after being moved to the MLB bullpen, though he may reclaim a starting role now that he's in Triple-A.
Jul 30 2024The Orioles designated Irvin for assignment Tuesday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander was demoted to the bullpen in early July and has now been removed from the 26-man and 40-man rosters entirely. Irvin had a respectable 4.06 ERA in 14 starts but surrendered 17 earned runs over 19.1 innings of relief.
Jul 3 2024Manager Brandon Hyde said Wednesday that Irvin will pitch out of the bullpen going forward, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The decision to move Irvin to the bullpen comes after he allowed five runs in 3.2 innings during his most recent start Sunday against the Rangers, giving him a 10.22 ERA over 12.1 innings across his last three starts. Hyde noted there is still a possibility that the 30-year-old southpaw returns to the rotation at some point, but he would likely need to string together several solid performances out of the bullpen before that happens.
Jul 1 2024Irvin (6-5) took the loss against the Rangers on Sunday, allowing five runs on five hits and two walks while striking out two over 3.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin served up a two-run blast to Derek Hill in the second and was chased out of the game in the fourth after surrendering a triple, three singles and a walk, leading to three more runs for the Rangers. He's now failed to cover at least five innings in three straight starts and has given up 14 runs over that span while compiling just a 5:4 K:BB in his last 12.1 innings pitched. Irvin now owns a 4.13 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 56:17 K:BB in 80.2 innings this season. He's lined up for a start against the Athletics this weekend, though it's worth monitoring what manager Brandon Hyde decides to do with his rotation spot following his recent struggles with Dean Kremer (triceps) on the cusp of returning from a rehab assignment.
Jun 25 2024Irvin (6-4) took the loss against the Guardians on Tuesday, allowing eight runs (four earned) on 10 hits with no walks and one strikeout over four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin allowed three runs in the first two innings and then five runs in a disastrous fifth frame that included a three-run home run by Jose Ramirez. An error in the fifth resulted in four of the runs being unearned, but the lefty allowed 10 hard-hit balls and only generated five swinging strikes in his second consecutive rough outing. Irvin has yielded 13 runs (nine earned) in those two outings and now owns a 3.74 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 74:15 K:BB in 77 innings this season. The 30-year-old will try to get back on track in a home matchup against the Rangers this weekend.
Jun 20 2024Irvin did not factor into the decision in a win over the Yankees on Thursday, allowing five runs on five hits and two walks over 4.2 innings while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin had a hard time with the Yankees' lineup for much of the afternoon, allowing runs in three of the five innings in which he appeared before being relieved by Bryan Baker. The lefty surrendered two home runs in the contest, something he hadn't done in any of his previous starts coming in, while also matching his season high with five runs allowed. Irvin had gone at least five innings in four consecutive starts prior to Thursday's game and will look to bounce back next week when the Orioles take on the Guardians in Baltimore.
Jun 13 2024Irvin (6-3) suffered the loss Thursday, allowing four runs (three earned) on nine hits and a walk over 5.2 innings against Atlanta. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin allowed hits to the first three batters in the game, including back-to-back doubles that immediately put the Orioles into a two-run hole. He was able to piece things together thereafter, only allowing one more earned run and striking out a season-high eight batters through 5.2 innings to keep the O's in the game, though they were never able to climb out of that deficit. It's the third-straight game has allowed eight or more hits, though it's just the second time in his last 11 outings he's allowed as many as three earned runs, raising his ERA to 3.03 through 68.1 innings. He's next slated to take the hill early next week when the Orioles travel to New York for an early-week showdown against the first place Yankees.
Jun 8 2024Irvin (6-2) picked up the win Friday in a 6-3 victory over the Rays, giving up three runs (two earned) on eight hits over 5.2 innings. He struck out six without walking a battter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Three straight singles in the sixth inning kept Irvin from recording his fifth quality start of the season, but the southpaw did tie his season high in strikeouts. He hasn't allowed more than three earned runs in any of his last 10 appearances (eight starts) dating back to April 15, posting a 1.88 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 36:7 K:BB through 52.2 innings over that stretch. Irvin will look to continue his breakout campaign in his next outing, which lines up to come at home next week against Atlanta.
Jun 6 2024Irvin will start Friday's game against the Rays, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin will start on regular rest, so it's not particularly notable that he will take the ball for Baltimore on Friday. However, that also moves Kyle Bradish back at least one more game, giving him multiple extra days of rest after Cade Povich took Bradish's original turn Thursday.
Jun 2 2024Irvin did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing two runs on eight hits and one walk over 6.1 innings against the Rays. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin entered the seventh with a two-run lead having allowed only a single run, but a leadoff homer in the inning by Jose Caballero cut the lead in half and he was pulled after facing one more batter, prior to the lineup turning back over for the Rays. It was Irvin's first quality start since May 3, though he's allowed no more than three earned runs and has posted five scoreless outings in each of his last nine games. Throughout that stretch, he's thrown 47 innings with a 1.72 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 30 strikeouts. His next start is tentatively slated for next weekend against these same Rays when the Orioles return the favor and make the trek to Tampa.
May 27 2024Irvin (5-2) picked up the win in Monday's 11-3 victory over Boston, scattering four hits and three walks over five innings. He struck out six and did not allow a run. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old southpaw was sharp, not allowing an extra-base hit and matching his season best with six strikeouts. The three walks were uncharacteristic for Irvin, who allowed just one free pass over his previous 24.1 innings pitched. After allowing nine earned runs over his first two starts of the season, Irvin has yielded just seven earned runs over his past eight starts, good for a 1.55 ERA in that span. He will look to keep it rolling in his next start, currently scheduled for this weekend in Tampa.
May 23 2024Irvin will re-enter the Orioles' rotation following the injury to John Means (forearm), Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Each of Irvin's last two appearances have come in relief, but he's been terrific in seven starts this season, collecting a 2.90 ERA and 28:8 K:BB over 40.1 innings of work. Means' next turn comes up Monday in Baltimore against the Red Sox, and Irvin would be on regular rest that day after throwing 3.1 relief innings in Wednesday's loss to the Cardinals.
May 22 2024Irvin (4-2) allowed five runs (three earned) on six hits and struck out two without walking a batter over 3.1 innings to take the loss Wednesday versus the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was called upon for a long-relief outing after John Means (elbow) exited following a rain delay. The severity of Means' injury is unknown at this time, but if it requires a stint on the injured list, Irvin has a clear path back to the rotation after making his last two appearances out of the bullpen. Irvin has pitched well this season with a 3.15 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 30:8 K:B over 45.2 innings through nine appearances (seven starts). Means' spot in the rotation is slated for a home start versus the Red Sox next week, and Irvin's appearance Wednesday would put him on schedule to step into that spot if necessary.
May 11 2024Irvin (4-1) picked up the win Friday, allowing two runs on five hits and a walk over 5.2 innings in a 4-2 victory over the Diamondbacks. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw was sharp and had given up only a solo shot to Ketel Marte heading into the sixth inning, but Irvin got the hook after 95 pitches (62 strikes) with runners on first and second and two outs. Albert Suarez then promptly gave up a single to let one of the inherited runners score, but the O's bullpen took care of business the rest of the way. Irvin generated 30 called or swinging strikes as he won his fourth straight start, and after a bumpy beginning to the season he's posted a 1.19 ERA, 0.79 WHIP and 21:3 K:BB in 30.1 innings over his last five outings. He'll look to keep rolling in his next trip to the mound, which is scheduled to come at home next week against the Blue Jays.
May 3 2024Irvin (3-1) earned the win Friday over the Reds, allowing just two hits while striking out four over 6.1 scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin continued his dominant run Friday -- he's now won three consecutive starts while extending his scoreless-inning streak to 20.2. The 30-year-old left-hander's ERA is down to 2.86 with a 1.07 WHIP and 22:7 K:BB across six starts (34.2 innings) this season. Irvin will look to keep rolling in his next outing, currently scheduled for next week against Arizona.
May 2 2024Irvin is slated to start Friday's game against the Reds in Cincinnati, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Orioles returned Kyle Bradish (forearm) and John Means (elbow) from the 15-day injured list this week, but with Grayson Rodriguez (shoulder) landing on the IL on Wednesday, Baltimore will only have to move one starter out of the rotation to accommodate the two new arrivals. At least for this week, the Orioles are opting to keep Irvin in the rotation over Albert Suarez, who is now being listed as a reliever after he had posted a 2.35 ERA and 1.11 WHIP in 15.1 innings over his three starts with Baltimore. Irvin's season-long numbers (3.49 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 18:7 K:BB in 28.1 innings) aren't quite as sparkling as Suarez's, but the southpaw has been excellent his last two times out, blanking the Royals on the road over 6.2 innings on April 21 before spinning seven shutout innings against the Athletics last Saturday. He could have a tougher time keeping the scoreless stretch going this weekend, as he'll take on the Reds in one of baseball's more hitter-friendly parks.
Apr 27 2024Irvin (2-1) picked up the win Saturday, scattering four hits over seven scoreless innings in a 7-0 victory over the A's. He struck out five without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second straight start, Irvin led the Orioles to a combined shutout. The southpaw retired the first 10 batters he faced, and Oakland failed to get a baserunner into scoring position until he'd left the mound. Irvin tossed 63 of 89 pitches for strikes as he extended his scoreless streak to 14.1 innings, and his impressive stretch may have come in the nick of time to save his rotation spot -- Kyle Bradish (elbow) is ready to come off the IL, and John Means (forearm) may not be far behind. Bradish lines up to take Irvin's spot next Wednesday at home against the Yankees, but Steve Melewski of MASNSports.com reported prior to Saturday's game that Baltimore could shift to a six-man rotation in the short term. Irvin sports a 3.49 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and 18:7 K:BB through 28.1 innings.
Apr 21 2024Irvin (1-1) yielded four hits and two walks over 6.2 innings Sunday, striking out two and earning a win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Royals threatened Irvin with a first-and-third situation in the first inning but he worked around it and didn't face much trouble for the rest of the afternoon. It was his longest outing of the year and his first quality start, though his two punchouts were a season-low. Through four starts, he's forced just 17 swinging strikes. He'll carry a 4.64 ERA into his next start, which is projected to be at home against Oakland.
Apr 15 2024Irvin did not factor into the decision during Monday's win over Minnesota, allowing two runs on six hits over 4.2 innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was sent out for the fifth inning with a chance to put himself in position for the win but was lifted in favor of Dillon Tate following a two-out single by Manuel Margot. Irvin had been held to roughly 80 pitches in each of his first two starts and the same held true Monday as he was pulled after 82. Irvin had allowed nine runs and walked five in his first two starts, so holding the Twins to just a pair of runs with zero walks was a step in the right direction. His next scheduled start is tentatively slated for a weekend matchup in Kansas City against the Royals.
Apr 10 2024Irvin didn't factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing five runs on seven hits and three walks across five innings against Boston. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin benefitted from a pair of inning-ending double plays in the first and second, keeping a bad start from turning even worse. He was tagged by Triston Casas for a two-run home run during the fifth inning. Irvin has lasted exactly five innings in both of his starts, yielding nine earned runs in total with a 8:5 K:BB on the year. While he could easily be replaced by John Means (forearm) -- who made his second rehab start last weekend -- Irvin is tentatively lined up for a start against the Twins on Monday.
Apr 2 2024Irvin (0-1) took the loss Tuesday versus Kansas City, allowing four earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out three batters over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin accumulated a 6.23 ERA and 1.85 WHIP across 17.1 innings during spring training, and his camp woes seem to have followed him into the regular season. Nick Loftin and Maikel Garcia combined to drive in three runs against the left-hander in the second inning Tuesday, and Garcia capped off the scoring with an RBI triple in the fourth. Irvin is lined up to start again versus Boston next week, though his time in Baltimore's rotation will likely come to an end once Kyle Bradish (elbow) or John Means (forearm) return from their respective injuries.
Mar 22 2024Irvin will begin 2024 as the Orioles' fifth starter, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Experience wins out here, as Irvin's 7.30 ERA over 12.1 innings across four Grapefruit League starts probably didn't merit a rotation spot. His starting role is tenuous at best -- Kyle Bradish (elbow) and John Means (elbow) will miss some time to begin the season, but Irvin is likely to head to the bullpen or Triple-A Norfolk once one of those pitchers is ready to debut.
Mar 14 2024Irvin allowed six runs on seven hits and four walks with three strikeouts over 3.2 innings versus Atlanta on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin experienced his first struggles this spring -- he had not allowed a run over his previous five innings across two starts. Irvin remains in contention for a rotation spot, and there should be enough room for both him and Tyler Wells at the start of the season, but that will likely change quickly once Kyle Bradish (elbow) and John Means (elbow) are given the all-clear.
Feb 25 2024Irvin had increased velocity on all of his pitches in his Grapefruit League debut Sunday versus the Pirates, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin's offseason training has apparently added some additional power to his pitches. He averaged around 92 mph on his fastball and sinker in 2023, with those two pitches combining to be nearly half of all he threw. He also has a curveball, changeup and cutter in his arsenal, and all of them saw velocity increases in his spring debut. The southpaw is in contention for a rotation spot with Kyle Bradish (elbow) and John Means (elbow) likely to miss the start of the campaign.
Feb 15 2024Irvin could be needed in the Orioles' rotation following injuries to Kyle Bradish (elbow) and John Means (elbow), Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's also possible the O's could seek help from outside the organization, but as things currently stand it seems likely that they'll need Irvin to make some starts. The left-hander had an uneven first season in Baltimore, finishing with a 4.42 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 68:21 K:BB over 77.1 frames.
Jan 11 2024Irvin signed a one-year deal with the Orioles on Thursday to avoid arbitration. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin had an underwhelming 2023 season, during which his role fluctuated between starting and relief. He also spent a considerable amount of time at Triple-A Norfolk, and he'll likely have to earn a roster spot with Baltimore by performing well in spring training heading into the 2024 campaign.
Oct 1 2023Irvin was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He takes the place of Bruce Zimmermann in the bullpen on the final day of the season, and could be used as a long man after the Orioles pull Sunday's starter Kyle Bradish. Irvin posted an 11.05 ERA and 2.59 WHIP in 7.1 innings in his two most recent appearances at Triple-A.
Sep 13 2023Irvin was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin didn't give up an earned run in three appearances after being shifted to the bullpen. He was needed for two innings in Tuesday's loss to the Cardinals, so he's being replaced by a fresh arm.
Sep 6 2023Irvin will serve as a multi-inning reliever out of Baltimore's bullpen going forward, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As the Orioles shift to a five-man rotation, Irvin will end up as the odd man out after accumulating a 4.91 ERA and 1.38 WHIP through 69.2 innings on the year. Given his relatively poor performance and the impending return of John Means (elbow), Irvin likely won't make it back into the rotation before the end of the season.
Sep 1 2023Irvin (1-4) allowed four runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out four over 5.2 innings, taking the loss versus the Diamondbacks on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin put together a pair of solid starts right after the Orioles moved to a six-man rotation, but he's given up four runs in each of his last two outings. The southpaw was tagged for two-run home runs by Lourdes Gurriel and Christian Walker. Irvin is at a 4.91 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 62:21 K:BB through 69.2 innings over 20 appearances (12 starts) this year. With John Means (elbow) nearing a return to the major-league roster, Irvin's time as a starter for the Orioles could again be coming to a close.
Aug 25 2023Irvin did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing four runs on six hits and one walk over six innings against Colorado. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This marked Irvin's third start since being relegated to the bullpen following the All-Star break and it was his least effective effort. After allowing just one run in 10 innings during his previous two starts, Irvin allowed four earned runs, capped by a two-run fifth-inning home run by Ezequiel Tovar that gave the Rockies a 4-2 lead and left Irvin on the hook for the loss. The Orioles rallied late to allow Irvin to escape with a no-decision. Irvin holds a 4.78 ERA with a 1.36 WHIP and 58 strikeouts in 64 innings, which he'll take with him into his next start, penciled in to take place next Wednesday in an afternoon tilt against the White Sox.
Aug 19 2023Irvin allowed a run on four hits and a walk while striking out three over five innings in a no-decision versus the Athletics on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin's lone mistake was the first of Aledmys Diaz's two solo home runs in the contest. Beyond that, it was a successful return to Oakland for Irvin, who pitched with the Athletics in 2021 and 2022. He's given up just two runs (one earned) over 14 innings spanning five appearances in August. The southpaw's 4.66 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 53:19 K:BB through 58 innings overall are nothing special, but he's been solid with one run allowed over 10 innings across his two starts since joining Baltimore's six-man rotation. He's tentatively lined up for a home start versus the Rockies next weekend.
Aug 12 2023Irvin allowed two hits and a walk while striking out six over five shutout innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was solid in his first start since the All-Star break. The southpaw threw 52 of 67 pitches for strikes and went toe-to-toe with Mariners starter George Kirby over the first five frames, while the Orioles' bullpen held on the rest of the way. Irvin is at a 4.92 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 50:18 K:BB through 53 innings over 17 appearances (nine starts) this year. With Baltimore moving to a six-man rotation for a while, it's safe to assume Irvin will get another start, tentatively set for a favorable road matchup versus his former team, the Athletics, next weekend.
Aug 10 2023Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said Thursday that Irvin is "probable" to start Saturday in Seattle as the team moves to a six-man rotation, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The O's have lots of young arms in their rotation, so going to a six-man setup allows the club to ease their foot off the gas a bit with workloads. Irvin isn't guaranteed to be the sixth man for long, as Tyler Wells is slated to start for Double-A Bowie on Saturday, and the hope is that Wells will be ready to rejoin Baltimore's rotation at some point.
Jul 16 2023Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said Irvin will move to the bullpen with Grayson Rodriguez set to rejoin the rotation Monday, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin pitched to a 2.92 ERA and 1.22 WHIP over six outings between June 10 and July 7, working as a starter in five of those appearances. Despite the strong results, the Orioles want to give their top pitching prospect another chance to prove himself, so Irvin is now expected to serve as a multi-inning relief option. The southpaw could still rejoin the rotation later if injuries or poor performance arise.
Jul 7 2023Irvin allowed a run on three hits and struck out four without walking a batter over 6.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Twins on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin has allowed exactly one run in five of his six outings (five starts) since returning to the big-league roster June 10. Friday's effort was his longest of the season, though a lack of run support contributed to his winless streak stretching to a fifth outing. He's now at a 5.50 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and 32:13 K:BB through 37.2 innings across 10 appearances (eight starts) on the year. He's pitched well enough lately to remain in the rotation as the Orioles' fifth starter following the All-Star break.
Jul 2 2023Irvin did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing one run on six hits and three walks over five innings against Minnesota. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin has pitched better since he was recalled from Triple-A, working to a 3.44 ERA over his last 18.1 innings. The lone run against him Sunday came on Willi Castro's two-out double in the fifth inning. The 29-year-old Irvin is 1-3 with a 6.32 ERA, 1.69 WHIP and 28:13 K:BB across 31.1 innings this season. He's currently in line for a rematch with the Twins in his next outing.
Jun 27 2023Irvin did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing one run on three hits over three innings in a 10-3 victory over Cincinnati. He struck out three and didn't record a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was replaced to start the fourth inning after a long rain delay, but he had been relatively sharp to start the game. The 29-year-old has been much better during his current big-league stint, posting a 4.05 ERA and 14:2 K:BB over his last four appearances (13.1 innings), than he was at the beginning of the season, when he gave up 15 runs over 12.2 innings. If he can continue to stack quality outings, Irvin should have a good chance of sticking in Baltimore's rotation.
Jun 16 2023Irvin (1-3) took the loss Friday, allowing three runs on five hits and one walk over four innings against the Cubs. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin allowed three solo home runs in the third on hanging breaking balls, but he was otherwise sharp through four innings. It was the left-hander's second straight start in place of Grayson Rodriguez, who was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on May 27. Irvin has been much better during his current big-league stint than he was at the beginning of the year, when he gave up 15 runs over 12.2 innings, but his spot in the Orioles' rotation depends on how successful he is moving forward. His next outing will come at home versus a Seattle squad that has struggled against lefties.
Jun 15 2023Irvin is scheduled to start Friday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin will receive a second turn through the Baltimore rotation, filling the spot that previously belonged to Grayson Rodriguez before the rookie right-hander was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on May 27. In his return to the big leagues last weekend versus the Royals, Irvin picked up a win while striking out five over 5.1 innings of one-run ball. Though he'll be making his upcoming start on the road at Wrigley Field, Irvin will at least draw another favorable matchup versus a Cubs offense that ranks 27th in wRC+ (72) since the beginning of June.
Jun 11 2023Irvin (1-2) earned the win Saturday, allowing one run on six hits across 5.1 innings in a 6-1 victory over the Royals. He struck out five and didn't issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin posted an ugly 10.66 ERA across three starts (12.2 innings) before being optioned to Triple-A in mid-April. He was recalled briefly in mid-May but made just one bullpen appearance before being sent down again. The left-hander was performing well in the minors, so he got another chance at the big-league level Saturday and looked sharp, albeit versus the Royals' lackluster offense. Given the strong outing, Irvin figures to get another turn in the Orioles' rotation and is slated to pitch again during a three-game weekend set at Wrigley Field.
Jun 10 2023Irvin was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday ahead of his start against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran southpaw will make a home start against the Royals after logging a 2.32 ERA, 0.81 WHIP and 18:2 K:BB in 31 innings over his last five starts at Triple-A. The lack of strikeouts cap Irvin's upside, and he has a 10.38 ERA in 13 MLB innings this season. If he sticks around in the rotation, Irvin would likely face the Cubs on the road next week.
Jun 9 2023Irvin will be recalled from Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday to start against the Royals, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin has made four appearances (three starts) this season with Baltimore with limited success. He holds a 10.38 ERA and 2.00 WHIP in the majors through 13 innings, but his Triple-A numbers (3.21 ERA and 1.05 WHIP) are much more reassuring. Irvin will have the benefit of facing a Royals lineup that ranks 27th in team OPS this year, but his shaky history makes him a risky fantasy play.
Jun 8 2023Irvin looks to be the "most likely option" to start for the Orioles on Saturday versus the Royals, Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Brandon Hyde has professed a desire to use a traditional starter rather than employ a bullpen game, and Irvin seems to line up best given the recent usage of all potential options. The left-hander has struggled mightily in the majors this season (10.38 ERA) but holds a 3.21 ERA with just four walks in seven starts with Triple-A Norfolk.
May 21 2023Irvin was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin will return to Triple-A after being called up Tuesday to provide the Orioles with an additional bullpen arm. The left-hander recorded one out in Saturday's win, recording his first scoreless outing with Baltimore this season. Overall, Irvin owns a 10.38 ERA in the majors this year, and he'll look to hone his craft with Norfolk before potentially returning to Baltimore later in 2023.
May 16 2023Irvin was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk by the Orioles on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun, it appears the O's are bringing Irvin back to provide some length out of the bullpen. Irvin was sent down last month after posting a 10.66 ERA in three starts for Baltimore, but he got back on track at Norfolk with a 3.19 ERA in five outings.
Apr 2 2023Irvin (0-1) allowed six runs on eight hits and two walks over four innings Sunday, striking out four and taking a loss against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin never found a groove Sunday, allowing a run in each of the first three innings followed by three more in the fifth. He forced just four swinging strikes on 88 total pitches. On the bright side, only two of the eight hits he allowed went for extra bases, including Enrique Hernandez's solo homer. Irvin is projected to face the Yankees at home next week.
Mar 17 2023Irvin allowed two runs on six hits and no walks while striking out three over 4.1 innings in Thursday's Grapefruit League win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin said he struggled early in the start as he was still experimenting with pitches, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports. Irvin is expected to make two more appearances in Grapefruit League play, which will serve more as preparation for regular-season action. The 29-year-old southpaw is a virtual lock for the Orioles' rotation after posting a career-best 3.98 ERA and 1.16 WHIP with a 128:36 K:BB over 181 innings with the Athletics last season.
Jan 26 2023Irvin was traded from the A's to the Orioles on Thursday in exhange for minor leaguers Darell Hernaiz and Kyle Virbitsky, ESPN.com's Jeff Passan reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin put together the best season of his career in 2022, working to an overall 3.98 ERA and 1.16 WHIP in 30 starts covering 181 innings. He's never been a big strikeouts compiler, which stunts his fantasy appeal, but the 28-year-old lefty looks like a solid mid-to-upper rotation pickup for the O's as they aim to continue gaining ground in the AL East.
Oct 4 2022Irvin allowed four hits and hit two batters while striking out five and walking none over six scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the Angels on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin had a good start in his last outing of the year, but he received no support from his teammates while he was in the game. He had failed to escape the fifth inning in his previous two starts. Irvin concludes 2022 with a 3.98 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 128:36 K:BB across 181 innings over 30 starts. The southpaw could enter 2023 as the Athletics' top starter if he remains with the team through the offseason.
Sep 29 2022Irvin (9-13) took the loss in Thursday's matchup against the Angels. He completed four innings, allowing three runs on nine hits and one walk with six strikeouts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was hit hard Thursday, surrendering at least nine hits for the fourth time in his last six starts. In that stretch, he has allowed 30 earned runs over 32.2 innings but has received enough run support to record three wins in those starts. He would not be so lucky Thursday, as Shohei Ohtani flirted with flirted with a no-hitter and the Angels' bullpen shut the door in the ninth. Irvin tentatively lines up to face the Angels at home next week.
Sep 23 2022Irvin (9-12) took the loss during Friday's 9-2 defeat at the hands of the Mets, allowing eight runs on 11 hits and two walks with three strikeouts in 4.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin surrendered all eight runs in the second and fifth frames -- three runs on five singles in the second and five two-out runs on six baserunners in the fifth. The 28-year-old has permitted at least eight runs in two of four September starts and an 8.87 ERA across 23.1 innings in four starts this month has bumped his season mark from 3.35 to 4.11. He'll look to get back on track in his next start, currently projected to come midweek against the Angels.
Sep 18 2022Irvin (9-11) earned the victory against the Astros on Saturday, allowing four earned runs on seven hits over seven innings while recording a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin got through his seven frames on an ultra-efficient 73 pitches while garnering his second straight win and third in the last four decisions overall. The veteran left-hander's troubles all came via the long ball during a rough first inning where he conceded homers to Aledmys Diaz, Kyle Tucker and Trey Mancini. Irvin's sub-par 9-11 record is offset by a solid 3.79 ERA and 1.10 WHIP, and he'll aim to reach 10 wins for the second straight season against the Mariners in a likely start at home Thursday.
Sep 12 2022Irvin (8-11) gave up two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out five over seven innings to earn the win in a 10-3 victory over the White Sox on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin bounced back with a quality start after getting shelled for nine runs his last time out against Atlanta. The left-hander looked in control throughout the start and never found himself in much serious trouble. Irvin has been good at minimizing baserunners this season and boasts a WHIP of 1.10 in 159.1 innings pitched. He is tentatively expected to make his next start in a tough divisional matchup at Houston.
Sep 7 2022Irvin tossed 4.2 innings, surrendering nine runs on nine hits and four walks while striking out four in Tuesday's loss to Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin did not have his best stuff again Tuesday, allowing 13 baserunners while making 14 total outs in the start. He gave up three runs in the first frame before Matt Olson busted the game wide open with a three-run blast in the third. Irvin later surrendered three more runs in the top of the fifth, two of which came around to score after he was pulled with two outs. The left-hander is in the middle of rough stretch on the mound, allowing five or more runs in four of his last five outings. The difficult stretch has raised his ERA from 2.92 to much more inflated 3.78 over 152.1 innings in 25 starts this season.
Aug 31 2022Irvin (7-11) picked up the win Tuesday, coughing up five runs on nine hits and a walk over 5.1 innings in a 10-6 victory over the Nationals. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty failed to complete six innings for the first time since June 24, but this was the third time in his last four starts Irvin got tagged for at least five runs. Despite that rough stretch, the 28-year-old managed a 4.23 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 30:6 K:BB through 38.1 innings in August, but the late-summer fade makes him a somewhat risky fantasy option heading into September.
Aug 24 2022Irvin didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 3-2 extra-inning win over the Marlins, allowing three hits over seven scoreless innings. He struck out 11 without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty put together perhaps the best start of his big-league career, setting a new personal best with the 11 Ks and generating a massive 25 swinging strikes among his 92 pitches. Unfortunately, Irvin was denied his seventh win of the year when Zach Jackson and Dany Jimenez faltered in the eighth and ninth innings. The quality start was Irvin's 13th of the year, and he'll carry a 3.16 ERA and 98:26 K:BB through 142.1 innings into his next outing.
Aug 20 2022Irvin (6-11) gave up six runs (five earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out two over six innings to take the loss in a 10-2 defeat against the Mariners on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin has been good this season but he has now struggled in two consecutive starts. He was burned for five earned runs his last time out against Houston and the Mariners took him deep twice to hand him his 11th loss of the campaign. Both long balls came off the bat of Eugenio Suarez. Irvin has now given up 10 earned runs over his last 12 innings pitched. He will look to regain his effectiveness in his next expected start against the Marlins.
Aug 15 2022Irvin (6-10) took the loss against the Astros on Sunday, allowing five runs on eight hits while striking out one and walking one over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After holding Houston to six earned runs across 24.2 innings this season, the Astros finally got to Irvin. He threw 56 of 84 pitches for strikes in the contest, but only managed a single strikeout. The one strikeout was his lowest single-game total this season, and the eight hits allowed tie a single-game season high for Irvin. The lefty will take a 3.13 ERA into his next appearance.
Aug 8 2022Irvin (6-9) yielded one run on five hits over eight innings Monday, striking out six and taking a loss against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After serving up a solo homer to Luis Rengifo in the first inning, Irvin locked in and dominated the rest of the way. He allowed just one more runner to reach scoring position and tied his season best with 16 whiffs. The 28-year-old lefty has thrown at least six innings while giving up fewer than three earned runs in seven consecutive starts; he lowered his ERA from 3.58 to 2.92 during that span. Irvin will carry an 84:23 K:BB into his projected road match with Houston this weekend.
Aug 2 2022Irvin (6-8) took the loss during Tuesday's 3-1 defeat at the hands of the Angels, allowing three runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks with four strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin got off to a rocky start by permitting a leadoff David Fletcher home run and an unearned run as a result of two errors in the second inning and surrendered a third run on two hits in the fourth inning to fall into a three-run hole. The loss snapped a three-start win streak for the 28-year-old, who's posted a 2.25 ERA across three second half starts. Irvin's 3.04 ERA on the season ranks 21st in MLB and he's the only pitcher in the top 25 with fewer than eight wins. He's tentatively scheduled to pitch again Sunday at home against the Giants.
Jul 28 2022Irvin (6-7) gave up two earned runs on four hits and a walk while striking out four over seven innings to earn the win in a 4-2 victory over the Astros on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin continued his excellent string of performances in July with seven strong innings at home Wednesday. He now has a 1.85 ERA in five starts this month, with three of the starts coming against the division-rival Astros and one against the strong Blue Jays lineup. It is worth keeping an eye on Irvin to see if he can maintain his breakout 2022 campaign down the stretch, as his peripheral numbers and batted-ball metrics suggest that he is due for some regression. Irvin has a low 6.1 K/( and ranks in the bottom-third of most Statcast categories, including barrel rate. Irvin is tentatively expected to make his next start on the road against the Angels on Wednesday.
Jul 23 2022Irvin (5-7) gave up two runs (one earned) on three hits and a walk while striking out eight over seven-plus innings to earn the win in a 5-4 victory over the Rangers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was excellent in his 17th start of the season. He got nine outs against the first nine batters faced and then strung together another three perfect innings from the fifth to the seventh. The eight strikeouts are a nice plus from a pitcher who entered Friday with a 6.1 K/9, although it appeared that Irvin was given the benefit of the doubt on a number of inside strike calls. Irvin now boasts a solid 3.08 ERA and 1.07 WHIP on the season. With a BABIP of .258 and an xERA of 4.50, it will be worth watching if his ratios regress. Irvin is tentatively expected to make his next start against the Astros next week.
Jul 15 2022Irvin (4-7) earned the win during Friday's 5-1 victory over Houston, allowing one run on three hits and one walk with four strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin and Houston starter Jose Urquidy were engaged in a pitcher's duel until the lefty surrendered one run in the fifth inning following a leadoff Chas McCormick double. Oakland eventually rallied to give the 28-year-old his second win in three starts, during which he's pitched to a 1.80 ERA across 20 innings. Irvin concludes the first half on a high note and possesses a 3.21 ERA and 1.10 WHIP with 62 strikeouts in 95.1 innings across 16 starts.
Jul 10 2022Irvin (3-7) allowed two runs on five hits and struck out two without walking a batter over six innings, but he took the loss Sunday versus the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin gave up an RBI double to Alex Bregman in the first inning and an RBI single to Korey Lee in the fifth. With the Athletics' lack of run support, that was enough to send Irvin to his fifth loss in his last six starts. The southpaw has posted three quality starts in that span and still boasts respectable ratios in the form of a 3.32 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 58:18 K:BB across 89.1 innings this year. His next start is also projected to be against the Astros, as he lines up to pitch next weekend in Houston.
Jul 4 2022Irvin (3-6) allowed a run on four hits and struck out four without walking a batter in eight innings to earn the win Monday over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin got through the order perfectly the first time through, but the Blue Jays tagged him for a run and two hits in the fourth inning. He didn't allow a baserunner past first after that, finishing strong with 95 pitches (67 strikes) in a dominant outing. This was the sixth time in 14 starts Irvin's limited opponents to one run or fewer, and it's the second start in a row he's covered at least seven innings. The southpaw has a 3.35 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 56:18 K:BB through 83.1 innings overall. He'll look to keep rolling in another tough projected matchup against the Astros this weekend.
Jun 29 2022Irvin (2-6) took the loss Wednesday against the Yankees after surrendering five runs on six hits with five strikeouts and one walk in seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old produced his longest outing of the season Wednesday, but a two-run homer from Aaron Judge in the first inning and a three-run shot from Giancarlo Stanton in the third saddled the lefty with the loss. Irvin has lost his past four starts and tentatively projects for a tough matchup with the Blue Jays early next week.
Jun 25 2022Irvin (2-5) took the loss in a defeat at the hands of the Royals on Friday, allowing three earned runs on seven hits and two walks while recording four strikeouts over 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin once again pitched well enough to give his team a chance at victory, but Oakland's perpetually moribund offense put together yet another lackluster performance. The veteran left-hander was essentially done in by Edward Olivares, who tagged him for a pair of solo home runs. Irvin's 3.29 ERA, when contrasted with his 2-5 record, is a testament to how much of a tough-luck season it's been for him thus far, and he'll hope for a turnaround in his fortunes when he takes the mound again in an unenviable matchup against the Yankees next week.
Jun 19 2022Irvin (2-4) took the loss Saturday, allowing a run on three hits while striking out six and walking two across 6.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was pulled after allowing a Michael Taylor triple in the seventh inning. Taylor came around to score off Oakland reliever Domingo Acevedo thanks to a Ryan O'Hearn double, leaving Irvin with the earned run and the loss. The lefty pitched well enough to earn his fifth quality start of the year and bounced back well after allowing four earned runs in his last game. Irvin will take a 3.14 ERA into his next appearance.
Jun 12 2022Irvin (2-3) allowed five runs (four earned) on six hits and a walk while striking out three in 5.2 innings to take the loss in Sunday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin had one of his worst starts of the season Sunday, as he gave up three runs in the first inning prior to allowing two more runs to come across in the bottom of the sixth. In spite of Sunday's lackluster results, the southpaw has been relatively effective this year, posting a 3.34 ERA and 1.25 WHIP in 56.2 innings over his first 10 starts. Irvin has lasted at least five innings in every start to begin the year and tentatively lines up to make his next start at home Saturday against the Royals.
Jun 8 2022Irvin did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing two runs on seven hits and one walk over 5.1 innings against Atlanta. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin pitched well Tuesday, leaving the game tied 2-2 after allowing a run in both the first and third innings. Even after limiting the damage to two early runs, Irvin did not get any offensive support beyond two first-inning runs, though he did avoid a loss. The six strikeouts were a season high for the lefty, who takes a 3.00 ERA into his next outing.
Jun 2 2022Irvin didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Astros, allowing one run on six hits and two walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw tossed 57 of 89 pitches for strikes before getting the hook one out short of his fourth straight quality start. Irvin isn't dominant, but when healthy he's been getting the job done for an Oakland squad in need of stability in the rotation, working at least five innings in seven straight trips to the mound without giving up more than three earned runs in any of them. He'll carry a 2.96 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 28:11 K:BB through 45.2 innings into his next outing.
May 27 2022Irvin allowed three runs (two earned) on six hits over 6.1 innings in Friday's loss to Texas. He struck out four and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin coughed up a two-run single to Jonah Heim in the first inning before firing five straight shutout frames, including a stretch in which he retired 10 straight batters. He was then charged with another run in the seventh after he was removed from the game. The 28-year-old southpaw has allowed six runs (five earned) on 14 hits and two walks over his last two outings after a stint on the injured list. Irvin will carry a 3.15 ERA into his projected home outing against the Astros next week.
May 22 2022Irvin (2-2) picked up the loss, allowing three runs (two earned) on eight hits and two walks while striking out four in six innings in a 4-1 defeat Sunday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After coming off the injured list (shoulder) to make the start, it could have been a lot worse for Irvin. He managed to pitch around trouble throughout the outing, allowing three baserunners in three different innings. The lefty has pitched at least five innings in all of his starts this season and has a 2.94 ERA. However, with 22 strikeouts and five homers allowed in 33.2 innings, there are plenty of signs that he's received more than his fair share of luck in the first quarter of the season. His next start will likely come at the end of next week against Texas.
May 21 2022Irvin (shoulder) will start Sunday against the Angels, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin has missed all of May due to shoulder tendinitis. He threw five innings in a rehab start Tuesday, striking out six batters while allowing one run on five hits and no walks, so it looks as though he should be ready for something close to a full workload Sunday.
May 18 2022Manager Mark Kotsay said Wednesday that Irvin (shoulder) will be activated from the 15-day injured list to make his next start with the big club, but the Athletics have yet to determine which day he'll pitch, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin is getting the green light to rejoin the Athletics after he allowed one run while striking out six over five innings in a rehab start for Single-A Stockton on Tuesday. He could be available to start for the Athletics as soon as Sunday against the Angels, but Kotsay could opt to give him an extra day of rest and have him make his return to the rotation during next week's series in Seattle. Oakland already opened up a spot in the rotation for the lefty by optioning Zach Logue to Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday.
May 14 2022Irvin (shoulder) came away from Friday's bullpen session feeling healthy and is now slated to make a rehab start with Single-A Stockton on Tuesday, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander has been making steady progress since being placed on the injured list with shoulder tendonitis May 5. If Irvin's start with the Ports goes well, he could be activated shortly thereafter.
May 12 2022Irvin (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Friday, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin successfully threw off flat ground Wednesday, and he's been cleared to resume mound work to close out the week. The southpaw has been on the injured list with shoulder tendonitis since May 5, but it's possible he'll be able to return to game action when he's first eligible.
May 10 2022Irvin (shoulder) is slated to throw a side session before the team determines the next step in his rehab process, the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw went on the injured list Thursday with what was determined to be shoulder tendonitis. Irvin reportedly could return when first eligible later this month, so he may not require a rehab assignment if he can continue to demonstrate improvement in his throwing sessions.
May 6 2022Irivin, who was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday, is dealing with shoulder tendonitis, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will reportedly resume throwing in a few days and could return when first eligible in mid-May. Zach Logue replaced him in the rotation Friday against the Twins.
May 5 2022Irvin (shoulder) was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin has been dealing with shoulder soreness, and while no further diagnosis has been announced, he'll be out until at least mid-May. He delivered strong results early in the campaign, maintaining a 2.93 ERA and 1.16 WHIP across 27.2 innings. The team has not officially named a starter for Friday's game against the Twins to replace Irvin, though Zach Logue is the leading candidate.
May 4 2022Irvin underwent an MRI on his left shoulder Wednesday, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin is being evaluated for shoulder soreness, and it's not a major surprise that evaluation includes an MRI. The 28-year-old's next turn through the rotation comes up Friday at Minnesota, and his availability for that start is questionable at best.
May 1 2022Irvin didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Guardians, allowing one run on six hits and two walks over six innings while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw dueled Shane Bieber to a 1-1 deadlock through six frames, as Irvin delivered his second quality start of the season on 90 pitches (64 strikes). His poor 15.9 percent strikeout rate is offset by a 49.4 percent groundball rate, and Irvin will take a 2.93 ERA and 1.16 WHIP into his next outing.
Apr 24 2022Irvin (2-1) struck out four in five scoreless innings, allowing one hit and two walks while earning the win in a 2-0 victory Sunday over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lone hit against Irvin was a single by Marcus Semien to leadoff the game. He scattered two walks the rest of the way and left the game after throwing 87 pitches. The lefty has pitched at least five innings in all four starts, a rare accomplishment in 2022. With a 3.32 ERA and a 1.108 WHIP, Irvin has provided Oakland with better-than-expected production to start the season. His next start will likely be next weekend against Cleveland.
Apr 19 2022Irvin didn't factor into the decision during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Baltimore, allowing one run on six hits and two walks with four strikeouts in five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irving and Oriole's starter Chris Ellis engaged in a low-scoring affair with Irvin's lone run allowed in the first inning putting him on the hook for the loss until Oakland scored two in the sixth. The 28-year-old has pitched well enough in his last two starts -- allowing four runs in 11.1 total innings -- but he lacks the strikeout upside to truly make an impact with a career 6.3 K/9 mark. He's tentatively scheduled to take the mound against Texas on Sunday for his next start.
Apr 14 2022Irvin (1-1) earned the win after allowing three runs on five hits across 6.1 innings during Thursday's 6-3 win over the Rays. He registered two strikeouts and zero walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was rolling heading into the seventh, but he gave up a leadoff double to Harold Ramirez and a two-run homer to Brandon Lowe two batters later, which ended his night. While Thursday's outing was certainly a bounce back from his first start of the season, the long ball continues to be an issue for Irvin. He's allowed four homers -- accounting for six of his seven earned runs -- through 11.2 innings so far this season.
Apr 9 2022Irvin (0-1) suffered the loss against Philadelphia on Saturday, pitching 5.1 innings and allowing four runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin struggled to keep the ball in the park in his first start of the campaign -- the Phillies teed off on him for three homers to account for all four of their runs. Two of those long balls came as part of a back-to-back set to start the sixth inning, leading to Irvin's removal soon thereafter. The southpaw will aim for better results in his second outing, which is expected to take place on the road against Tampa Bay next week.
Mar 20 2022Irvin allowed an earned run on five hits and a walk over two innings in a Cactus League tie with the Guardians on Sunday. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran scuffled to a 10-15 mark last season after a solid start, dropping eight of his last 12 decisions but still posting a serviceable 4.24 ERA and 1.33 WHIP. Irvin did pitch to some contact Sunday as his final line indicates, but he was pleased with his use of a cutter he rolled out for the first time in game action after learning it by watching YouTube videos of the Brewers' Corbin Burnes, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. Irvin also adjusted the grip on his slider this offseason and worked on explosiveness, which seemed to pay dividends Sunday when his fastball hit as high as 94 mph after averaging 90.8 mph in 2021.
Oct 3 2021Irvin allowed four runs on five hits and one walk while striking out four across six innings in the loss to the Astros on Sunday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin allowed home runs to Chas McCormick, Jake Meyers and Kyle Tucker. It was just his second start this season where he surrendered three long balls. He went 1-7 over final 11 starts, finishing the season with a 4.24 ERA and 1.33 WHIP. The 27-year-old had just 125 strikeouts in 178.1 innings.
Sep 28 2021Irvin (10-15) allowed five runs on six hits and three walks over three innings Monday, striking out four and taking a loss against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin worked through two scoreless innings to begin the game before Seattle hung three runs on him in the third. He was pulled after walking the first two batters in the fourth inning and was charged with two more runs when they both came around to score. Irvin has given up eight runs in as many innings over his last two outings, going 0-2 and raising his season ERA to 4.18 in the process. The 27-year-old southpaw is tentatively lined up to take the mound in Houston this weekend.
Sep 23 2021Irvin (10-14) pitched five innings and allowed three runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five to take the loss against Seattle on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin kept the Mariners off the scoreboard for three innings, but he surrendered a pair of runs in the fourth and another in the fifth while receiving only one run of support from his offense. The southpaw gave up two long balls in the contest and has now surrendered eight homers over his past 25 innings. He has been relatively effective this season, placing ninth among qualified American League pitchers with a 3.99 ERA, but he has also lost an AL-high 14 games. Irvin will try to get back in the win column in his next start, which is tentatively slated to be a rematch against Seattle on Monday.
Sep 18 2021Irvin (10-13) picked up the win in a victory over the Angels on Friday, allowing four runs (one earned) on seven hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin got his 18 outs on an efficient 89 pitches and lowered his ERA back under 4.00 -- to 3.94 -- in the process. The left-hander did stumble in a tough matchup versus the Blue Jays three starts ago on the road, but he has otherwise allowed three earned runs or fewer in eight other trips to the mound dating back to July 31.
Sep 11 2021Irvin allowed two runs on six hits and one walk with eight strikeouts through seven innings, taking a no-decision in Saturday's 8-6 loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin left Saturday's game ahead by four runs, but the Oakland bullpen swiftly worked to undo the southpaw's superb effort. After a rocky August and beginning to September that saw Irvin post a K:BB of 11:11 through six starts, the A's and fantasy managers alike are jumping for joy over his eight strikeouts. He tentatively lines up to toe the rubber again Friday against the Angels.
Sep 5 2021Irvin (9-13) took the loss Sunday in Toronto. He allowed seven runs on eight hits and no walks with two strikeouts in 2.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw's seven runs allowed all came on four extra-base hits, and he scattered another four singles around that made those hits more devastating. He's now failed to get past the fifth inning in his last three starts, with one in that stretch shortened by a hip injury. Irvin has a 4.10 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 101:33 K:BB across 151.1 innings this season. He's projected for a more favorable home matchup versus Texas next weekend.
Aug 30 2021Irvin (hip) is listed as the Athletics' probable starter for Tuesday's game against the Tigers in Detroit, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin exited early in his Aug. 24 start versus Seattle due to hip discomfort, but he won't have to miss a turn through the rotation as a result of the injury. He assuaged any concerns about his health by completing a bullpen session Sunday, and Irvin isn't expected to face any limitations in his return to the mound Tuesday.
Aug 29 2021Irvin (hip) threw a bullpen session Saturday and remains on track to make his next scheduled start Tuesday against the Tigers, the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin appeared to get through the session without any setbacks, keeping the left-hander on pace to not miss a start with the hip discomfort that led to his early exit from his Tuesday outing versus Seattle. The 27-year-old will be looking to bounce back from a rough stretch if he does take the hill against Detroit, as he's pitched to a 5.79 ERA and 2.07 WHIP across 14 innings over his last three starts.
Aug 27 2021Manager Bob Melvin said Friday that he's "optimistic" Irvin (hip) will make his next scheduled start against Detroit on Tuesday, Matt Kawahara of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin allowed three runs on seven hits and two walks before exiting Tuesday's loss after three innings due to hip discomfort. Based on Melvin's comments, the lefty is trending toward being able to take the ball Tuesday in Detroit, but how he progresses in coming days will likely be the decisive factor in that decision. Daulton Jefferies is expected to start in his place if he's unable to go.
Aug 24 2021Manager Bob Melvin revealed that Irvin exited Tuesday's loss to Seattle after just three innings and 66 pitches partially because of a hip issue, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. He took the loss, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks while failing to record a strikeout. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin logged a clean first inning before Seattle tagged him for a run in the second and two more in the third. Melvin didn't go into much detail regarding the severity of the hip injury, and it seems possible the southpaw may have continued to pitch through the discomfort had he been more effective during the early innings. The club is hopeful that he'll be able to make his scheduled start against Detroit next week, but Daulton Jefferies would be his likely replacement should he need to go on the injured list.
Aug 19 2021Irvin (9-11) allowed three earned runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out one across six innings to earned the win Thursday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin worked himself into trouble on several different occasions, but he avoided he a catastrophic inning to escape with a quality start and a win. Across his last two starts, Irvin has allowed six earned runs across 11 innings. That alone isn't all that concerning, but in that same span he's allowed 15 hits, five walks and struck out only three. While he hasn't succeeded on the basis of a high strikeout rate this season, Irvin will likely need to miss a few more bats than he has of late to maintain his strong ratios. Through 141.1 innings, Irvin has maintained a 3.57 ERA and 1.21 WHIP with a 97:29 K:BB on the campaign.
Aug 13 2021Irvin yielded five runs (three earned) on eight hits and a walk across five innings in Friday's loss to Texas. He struck out two and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rangers jumped on Irvin early Friday, plating three runs in the first inning. The 6-foot-4 southpaw settled in and twirled four shutout frames without too much of a threat. He then allowed the first two Rangers to reach base in the sixth and was charged with those runs after Sergio Romo gave up a three-run shot to Yohel Pozo, the first batter he faced. Irvin is now sporting a 3.52 ERA and a 96:25 K:BB through 23 starts this season. He's projected to take the mound on the road against the White Sox next week.
Aug 7 2021Irvin (8-10) picked up the win in Saturday's 12-3 rout of the Rangers, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks over seven innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw served up a two-run shot to Adolis Garcia in the first inning but then shut down the Texas offense from there, firing 62 of 92 pitches for strikes before exiting. Irvin has delivered three quality starts in his last four outings and 12 in total on the season, and he'll take a 3.45 ERA and 94:24 K:BB through 130.1 innings into his next start.
Aug 1 2021Irvin (7-10) was charged with the loss Saturday against the Angels after allowing one run on five hits with six strikeouts and a walk across 6.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Shohei Ohtani doubled home a run during the third inning, but Irvin otherwise kept the Halos off the board. The left-hander has lost three of his past four starts, though he had no chance to win Saturday as Oakland's offense was unable to scratch across a run. Irvin has a 3.50 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 90:22 K:BB over 123.1 innings this season and should take the mound versus the Rangers next weekend.
Jul 25 2021Irvin (7-9) was tagged with the loss Sunday against the Mariners after allowing four runs on five hits and a walk while fanning three across four innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was coming off an excellent outing in which he tossed seven scoreless innings earlier this week, but he couldn't build off that performance and delivered his shortest appearance of the entire campaign. He also ended a streak of five straight starts allowing three or fewer runs.
Jul 20 2021Irvin (7-9) hurled seven scoreless innings in Monday's win over the Angels, allowing seven hits and a walk while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin scattered seven hits while only needing 84 pitches to get through seven frames in what was one of his more impressive outings of the year. The 27-year-old has two shutout performances of seven innings or more over his last four outings -- just the latest in what's been a strong first season with the Athletics. He's lowered his ERA to 3.42 to go along with a 1.18 WHIP and 81:20 K:BB over 113 innings. Irvin is tentatively lined up for a meeting against the Mariners over the weekend.
Jul 10 2021Irvin (6-9) took the loss Friday as the A's were downed 3-2 by the Rangers, giving up three runs on three hits over five-plus innings. He struck out five without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty took a shutout into the sixth inning, but Irvin got the hook after the first four Texas batters reached base on three singles and a hit by pitch, and Sergio Romo then allowed two of those inherited runners to score. Irvin has been one of the big surprises of the first half in the American League, and the 27-year-old will take a 3.65 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 78:19 K:BB through 106 innings into the All-Star break.
Jul 3 2021Irvin tossed seven innings against Boston on Saturday, allowing four runs (two earned) on five hits and two walks while striking out five. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw made it through three innings without allowing Boston to get on the scoreboard. He was let down by his defense in the fourth, when a pair of errors led to two Red Sox runs. Irvin gave up another pair of runs the rest of the way and looked to be in line for his eighth loss before an Oakland rally in the eighth inning took him off the hook. He isn't striking out many batters on the season -- Saturday's start marked the 10th time in his past 11 outings in which he has notched five or fewer strikeouts -- but Irvin has nonetheless been able to navigate to a respectable 3.56 ERA overall. His next start is tentatively scheduled to take place at Texas on Friday.
Jun 28 2021Irvin (6-7) earned the win Sunday against San Francisco after hurling eight scoreless innings, allowing three hits and two walks while striking out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin tied a season-high mark for innings pitched and ended just one strikeout away from tying his season-best output, but he also tied a season-low mark in hits allowed and limited the walks -- he's yet to issue more than two free passes in any outing thus far. The southpaw has already made 16 starts this season and owns a 3.64 ERA, and while he's not expected to deliver this kind of results on a weekly basis, it's safe to say he's going through one of his most productive stretches of the campaign -- he owns a 2.64 ERA across five June starts. His next outing is slated to come this weekend at home against the Red Sox.
Jun 22 2021Irvin (5-7) allowed four runs (three earned) on seven hits and a walk while striking out four across five innings, earning the win over the Rangers on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin was handed a 9-0 lead after the first three innings. He cruised through the first four frames without allowing a run until struggling to get through the fifth. Irvin hit a batter and surrendered a pair of doubles as a part of the four-run inning. The 27-year-old has a 3.98 ERA and a 1.28 WHIP through 86 innings. He doesn't strike out many with just a 6.3 K/9, but he has been a reliable arm in the rotation averaging just under six innings pitched per start.
Jun 16 2021Irvin didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Angels, giving up four runs on nine hits and two walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All the damage against the southpaw came in the first two innings, but Irvin settled down and gave the A's a chance to mount a comeback. Unfortunately that rally came in the bottom of the sixth, after he was no longer the pitcher of record for Oakland. Irvin will take a 3.89 ERA and 56:14 K:BB through 81 innings into his next outing.
Jun 12 2021Irvin completed six innings against Kansas City on Friday, allowing two runs (one earned) on six hits and no walks while striking out four. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For six innings Friday, Irvin kept the Royals off the scoreboard. However, Salvador Perez greeted him with a leadoff homer in the seventh frame, and Irvin was pulled after the following two batters reached base on singles. Irvin still had a chance to earn a win after his exit, but the Royals' bullpen eventually lost the lead and the contest. Still, the southpaw's appearance was a positive one as he notched his second straight quality start and went exactly six innings for the third straight outing. Irvin is lined up to next face the Angels at home Wednesday.
Jun 5 2021Irvin (4-7) earned the win over Colorado on Saturday, hurling six innings and allowing one run on six hits and one walk while striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw finished with his first quality start since May 15, rebounding nicely after allowing 13 earned runs over 15.2 innings across his previous three starts. Irvin also notched his highest strikeout total since striking out nine Blue Jays on May 4. He induced 15 swinging strikes in the contest and kept Colorado off the scoreboard after allowing a first-inning run. Irvin will carry a 3.89 ERA into his next start, which is tentatively scheduled for Friday at home versus Kansas City.
May 30 2021Irvin (3-7) allowed four runs on six hits over six innings Sunday, striking out three and taking a loss against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite the unsightly line, Irvin was decent for most of his outing Sunday. All four runs allowed came during a brutal second inning, including a solo home run by Jared Walsh and a two-run double by David Fletcher. His ERA jumped to 4.12 as he took a loss for the third straight start and fourth in his last five appearances. Irvin is lined up to start in Colorado next weekend.
May 25 2021Irvin (3-5) took the loss to Seattle on Tuesday, allowing four runs on 10 hits and one walk with two strikeouts over 4.2 innings as Oakland fell 4-3. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin ran into trouble in the first and fourth, allowing seven runners and all four runs in those two winnings with here of the runs coming with two outs. He's been known to pitch to contact during his brief career but 33 base runners in 22.1 innings over his last four starts, three of them losses, won't get the job done.
May 20 2021Irvin (3-5) allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks with one strikeout in five innings in a loss to Houston on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old southpaw has struggled with consistency at times, but this was one of his worst starts, as he allowed a season-high five runs. Irvin labored through a three-run third inning and allowed a two-run home run to Houston catcher Martin Maldonado in the fourth. For the year, Irvin has a 3.59 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 40:10 K:BB across 52.2 innings. He's projected for a favorable matchup against light-hitting Seattle next week.
May 15 2021Irvin gave up one run on five hits and two walks across 6.2 innings during Saturday's 5-4 loss at Minnesota. He had two strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-hander surrendered a run during the first inning but otherwise blanked the Twins to deliver his fourth straight quality start, though the bullpen surrendered four runs during the eighth inning to squander the victory. Irvin has pitched well in 2021 with a 3.02 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 39:8 K:BB over 48.2 innings.
May 9 2021Irvin (3-4) took the loss against Tampa Bay on Sunday, pitching six innings and allowing three earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty continued to impress in the starting role for the Athletics, as he recorded his fourth quality start on the year. He tossed 53 of 82 pitches for strikes and had relatively strong command all afternoon. Irvin now has an ERA of 3.29 along with a 37:6 K:BB across 41 innings. He now has a 1.07 WHIP on the season and has been a bright spot in the Athletics' rotation.
May 5 2021Irvin (3-3) earned the win over Toronto on Tuesday, pitching eight innings and allowing one run on three hits and one walk while striking out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw became the first Athletics pitcher to complete eight frames this season while striking out a season-high nine batters. He tossed 71 of 102 pitches for strikes and allowed only one extra-base hit in the contest. The strong outing lowered Irvin's season ERA to 3.09 to go along with a 34:5 K:BB across 35 innings. He has been especially impressive over his past four starts, compiling a 1.42 ERA and 0.99 WHIP. He'll try to keep rolling in his next start, which is tentatively scheduled for Sunday at home versus Tampa Bay.
Apr 29 2021Irvin (2-3) took the loss Wednesday, allowing two runs on seven hits and a walk over six innings as the A's were blanked 2-0 by the Rays. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw set a new season high in strikeouts while delivering his second quality start, but it went to waste as Oakland's bats fell silent. Irvin continues to pitch well enough to hang onto a rotation spot, and he'll take a 3.67 ERA and 25:4 K:BB through 27 innings into his next outing.
Apr 23 2021Irvin (2-2) allowed one run on eight hits and one walk while striking out six in 5.1 innings to earn the win against the Orioles on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin had some trouble limiting traffic on the basepaths Friday, but he was able to minimize run production to earn his second consecutive win. The southpaw gave up four runs in each of his first two starts of the season, but he's now given up just one run while striking out six in 11.1 innings across his last two outings. Irvin will attempt to keep his momentum going on the road against Tampa Bay on Wednesday.
Apr 17 2021Irvin (1-2) earned the win against Detroit on Saturday, pitching six innings and allowing four hits and no walks while striking out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After giving up four runs in each of his first two starts, Irvin was masterful Saturday, throwing a first-pitch strike to 17 of 23 batters and yielding zero extra-base hits. He tossed 93 pitches (63 strikes) in his six innings for his first quality start of the campaign. The southpaw will look to build upon the superb outing in his next start, currently slated for Friday at Baltimore.
Apr 8 2021Irvin (0-2) allowed four runs on five hits and a walk while striking out three over 5.1 innings in a loss to the Astros on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The young lefty continued to struggle on Tuesday, throwing 51 of his 79 pitches for strikes. The 27-year-old debuted in 2019 and will have a lot of attention on him moving forward as the Athletics decide whether to keep him in a starting role or move him to the bullpen. Irvin will take the rubber against the Tigers next Thursday.
Apr 3 2021Irvin (0-1) took the loss Saturday as the A's fell 9-1 to the Astros, giving up four runs on seven hits and a walk over 4.1 innings while striking out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The southpaw rode an impressive spring to the fifth starter role in Oakland, but Irvin's regular-season debut for the A's left a lot to be desired. He threw only 55 of 82 pitches for strikes, but on the bright side he didn't give up too much hard contact as only one of the seven hits off him went for extra bases, and two of his earned runs scored after he left the game in the fifth when his replacement, Lou Trivino, was greeted by a Yordan Alvarez three-run homer. Irvin is is line for a rematch with the Astros in Houston on Thursday, but it wouldn't be too surprising if the A's elected to give one of the pitchers he beat out for a rotation spot, Daulton Jefferies or A.J. Puk, a look instead.
Mar 27 2021Irvin recorded 10 strikeouts and allowed just a hit and two walks over six innings in a Cactus League win over the Dodgers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin, who already came into the outing with a 1.50 ERA, was masterful while facing a Dodgers lineup replete with regulars, taking a no-hitter into the sixth inning. His dominance couldn't have been more timely, considering the Athletics announced Friday that Mike Fiers (hip) will start the season on the injured list. The southpaw is still competing with the similarly impressive Daulton Jefferies and A.J. Puk for the vacancy that absence creates, but Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com reports Irvin's candidacy is unsurprisingly strong in the eyes of his boss. "I know it's just a spring training game, but when you're coming down to the end and you're fighting for a spot, and you run up against the lineup like this and pitch in a fashion that he did, that carries a lot of weight," manager Bob Melvin said.
Mar 20 2021Irvin, who has a 1.50 ERA and 8:1 K:BB across 12 spring innings, is making a case for the Athletics' expected season-opening rotation vacancy, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports. "We're still stretching him out to be a starter, so nothing has been decided there," manager Bob Melvin said. "Depending on Mike [Fiers], we know we have four starters. It's the fifth spot that is still up for grabs at this point. [Irvin's] sinker is terrific, and he uses his breaking ball just enough. He's still competing." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin logged three starts in 16 appearances for the Phillies as a rookie back in 2019, but he's opened a pair of games this spring and worked four scoreless, two-hit innings in relief during Friday's Cactus League loss to the Cubs. Gallegos notes that caliber of performance is making Irvin a surprise candidate to potentially fill in for Mike Fiers (hip) early in the season, and that even if that fails to come to fruition, the southpaw has strengthened his case to make the Opening Day roster in some capacity.
Jan 30 2021Irvin was traded from the Phillies to the Athletics on Saturday for cash considerations, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin spent most of the 2020 season at the Phillies' alternate training site after allowing seven runs on 11 hits and one walk while striking out four over 3.2 relief innings. The southpaw has worked as a starter and reliever in the past and could serve as a swingman for his new club in 2021.
Aug 20 2020Irvin was recalled from the Phillies' alternate training site prior to Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 6-foot-4 southpaw has given up four runs while striking out one in two innings in the majors this season. He will work in low-leverage spots going forward.
Aug 9 2020Irvin was optioned to the alternate training site after Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader versus the Braves, Scott Lauber of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin earned a spot on the Opening Day roster but allowed four runs on five hits over one frame during his lone appearances. The 26-year-old will look to receive another chance with the Phillies later in the season.
Jul 24 2020Irvin was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Thursday and will be part of the Phillies' Opening Day roster. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Irvin started three games for the Phillies last year and was almost exclusively a starter in the minors, but he's likely to fill a bullpen role in Philadelphia this year. That role is unlikely to be a particularly significant one, as he struggled to a 5.83 ERA in his 41.2-inning debut in 2019.
Jun 26 2020Irvin has a good shot to open the season on the Phillies' active roster, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rosters will expand from 26 to 30 for the early part of the upcoming season, with the majority of those extra spots expected to go to relievers. Irvin is a strong candidate for one of those spots due to his ability to provide length out of the bullpen. He's unlikely to be particularly relevant for fantasy owners, though, as he failed to impress in his 41.2-inning debut last season, struggling to a 5.83 ERA.
Sep 1 2019The Phillies recalled Irvin from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Sunday.
Jul 28 2019Irvin was optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Sunday.
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Jun 16 2019Irvin gave up six runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out four through 3.2 innings of relief work and did not factor into the decision in a loss to the Braves on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Irvin was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Sunday, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 1 2019Irvin won't start Saturday against the Dodgers as expected but will be available in relief following opener Jose Alvarez, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Irvin pitched 3.2 innings, allowing two runs on four hits and a walk and striking out five batters in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Dodgers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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May 22 2019Irvin (2-1) gave up seven runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out six through 4.2 innings, taking the loss to the Cubs on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 17 2019Irvin (2-0) picked up the win after surrendering four runs (three earned) on five hits and a walk while striking out two over six innings Friday night against the Rockies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 13 2019Irvin will make his second career start Friday against the Rockies, Matt Breen of The Philadelphia Inquirer<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Irvin (1-0) allowed one run on five hits and a walk while striking out five over seven innings Sunday in a win over the Royals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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May 11 2019Irvin will be called up Sunday to make his big-league debut against the Royals, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.